Poetry Off the Shelf What Love Can Be
Apr 16, 2025
Keetje Kuipers, a celebrated poet and author of 'Lonely Women Make Good Lovers', shares her heartfelt journey as a single mother by choice. She discusses the balancing act of love, creativity, and family life, revealing how her experiences shape her poetry. From embracing solitude to redefining love and motherhood, Keetje opens up about unexpected joys and challenges. She also dives into the complexities of marriage and intimacy in poetry, inviting listeners to explore the transformative power of connections in all their forms.
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Love Includes Conflict and Forgiveness
- Love can coexist with both intense affection and harsh conflicts within families.
- Safe love allows for deep vulnerability, including occasional wounding that leads to forgiveness.
Chaos of Multigenerational Living
- During two years in a crowded multigenerational household, Kuipers lacked a consistent sleeping place.
- Nights involved shifting between beds, couches, and crowded conditions, leading to restlessness.
Leap Before You Look
- Avoid overthinking and stop imagining the worst before taking risks.
- Leap into challenges first; you can always change your mind if it doesn't work out.